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What happens if you want to go to college with your friends but parents say no?

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Dr. Steven Hill answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

Talk: Talk with your parents about their concerns and your wishes - see if there is a compromise that can be reached.

Dr Quarles agreed

Answered 10/3/2016

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